Asnebumskit Ridge

Near the summit of Asnebumskit Ridge is a scenic overlook, Thoreau’s Seat, that offers a wonderful view of the valley to the West including Mount Wachusett and Kettle Brook Reservoir #4. Along the trail are streams to cross and a formerly logged area with fields of wildflowers.

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Quick Facts
Acreage: 104
Type: Fee, Easements
Locations: 107 Asnebumskit Road, Paxton (with Easements in Holden & Paxton)
Established: 6/13/2016
Features: Woodland, stream, scenic vista, Rte. 122 frontage
Parking: Access over easement off of the end of Asnebumskit Road; Access up easement strip between houses north of Nursery on Pleasant Street; Foot Access at grade cut on Pleasant Street Frontage
Conservation Purposes:

• Passive recreation and Wildlife Habitat
• Asnebumskit Ridge Trail Corridor
• Walked and written about by Henry David Thoreau
• Significant landmark for the Nipmuck
• Riparian Habitat
• Scenic By-Way